At a glance
Reported students
252
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
11
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
22.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
21st percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
252
Phoenix International Academy: 252 reported students.
State peer staffing position
94th percentile
22.9:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 150
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.7:1
What the reported data says about Phoenix International Academy
Phoenix International Academy is a public elementary school serving grades KG–08 in Phoenix. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Phoenix International Academy (903484). NCES reports 252 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 21st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 22.9:1, above the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (65.1%) and Black (20.6%). English learners represent 14.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Phoenix International Academy
- 1How do the reported 22.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 11 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 14.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.1%
- Hispanic65.1%
- Black20.6%
- Asian0.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native2.8%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial3.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Phoenix International Academy
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nevitt Elementary School Elementary · Tempe School District (4258) | PK–05 | 712 | 1.4 mi |
| Holdeman Elementary School Elementary · Tempe School District (4258) | PK–05 | 418 | 1.7 mi |
| South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy Elementary · Charter · South Phoenix Academy Inc. (91108) | KG–04 | 295 | 2 mi |
| George Gervin Prep Academy Elementary · Charter · George Gervin Youth Center Inc. (90884) | KG–08 | 157 | 2.1 mi |
| Scales Technology Academy Elementary · Tempe School District (4258) | PK–05 | 375 | 2.3 mi |
| Percy L Julian School Elementary · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279) | KG–08 | 256 | 2.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Phoenix International Academy
What grades does Phoenix International Academy serve?
Phoenix International Academy reports grades KG–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Phoenix International Academy (903484).
How many students attend Phoenix International Academy?
Phoenix International Academy reported 252 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 21st percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 150 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Phoenix International Academy?
The calculated ratio is 22.9:1, based on 252 students and 11 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Phoenix International Academy a public, charter, or magnet school?
Phoenix International Academy is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Phoenix International Academy in?
Phoenix International Academy is part of Phoenix International Academy (903484), based in Phoenix, AZ, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Phoenix International Academy?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Nevitt Elementary School (1.4 mi), Holdeman Elementary School (1.7 mi), South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.